Non-DegreeTaught in English

    Foundation + Bachelor's (Pre-Engineering / Pre-Business)

    Start in Nanjing on 9 March 2027 with a one-semester Foundation, then continue to a 4-year English-taught Bachelor's from September 2027. No CSCA needed to apply.

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    Foundation + Bachelor's (Pre-Engineering / Pre-Business)
    0.5 yearsDuration
    EnglishTeaching Language
    CNY 8,400Tuition / year
    MarchIntake
    CNY 400Application Fee
    No entry testEntry Test

    Why study Foundation + Bachelor's (Pre-Engineering / Pre-Business) at NUAA?

    NUAA was founded in 1952 to build China's aviation industry. Today its aerospace research ranks third in the world, and its graduates design the aircraft, drones and engines China flies.

    Why study Foundation + Bachelor's (Pre-Engineering / Pre-Business)

    #3 in the world

    ShanghaiRanking places NUAA's Aerospace Engineering third in the world, ahead of almost every university you know.

    One semester, then your Bachelor's

    Foundation from 9 March to early July 2027; Bachelor's from September 2027, 4 years, taught in English.

    No CSCA needed to apply

    You sit the CSCA in China during the Foundation. NUAA's partner csca.ai helps you prepare and register.

    Clear costs

    Foundation CNY 8,400 for the semester, medical insurance included. Bachelor's CNY 23,900 a year (engineering) or CNY 22,900 (International Business & Trade).

    Two tracks, six Bachelor's degrees

    A one-semester Foundation (9 March to early July 2027) for students who want an English-taught Bachelor's at NUAA but don't have a CSCA result yet. Choose the track that leads to the Bachelor's you want: you study the CSCA subjects, Chinese and academic English, and sit the CSCA in China. Pass the Foundation with a satisfactory CSCA score (normally 60/100) to continue to your Bachelor's in September 2027.

    CORE · REQUIREDPRE-ENGINEERING — CORE COURSES
    CSCA Mathematics
    CSCA Physics
    CSCA Chemistry
    CSCA mock exams
    Chinese
    Academic English

    Build practical Chinese skills alongside your degree

    Your program is taught in English, while Chinese language classes are included throughout your studies.

    FIRST SEMESTEREveryday ChineseBuild confidence for daily communication and campus life.
    LATERWorkplace ChineseLearn language for teamwork, presentations and professional situations.

    Three paths after graduation

    Pre-Engineering → 5 engineering Bachelor's

    After the Foundation, continue to a 4-year English-taught Bachelor's from September 2027.

    Pre-Business → International Business & Trade

    After the Foundation, continue to the 4-year English-taught Bachelor's in International Business & Trade from September 2027.

    If the CSCA doesn't go to plan

    The CSCA can normally be retaken. Without a CSCA score the conditional Bachelor's offer ends; options then include NUAA's Chinese Language Program.

    Cost & scholarships

    Clear first-year financial projection before starting your journey.

    Estimated first-year cost

    CNY ¥28,200

    *Includes tuition, mandatory fees & normal living standards in Nanjing

    Tuition¥8,400 / year
    Food (~¥1,500/month)¥18,000 / year
    Insurance + physical exam¥1,400
    Application fee¥400 (non-refundable)

    On-campus accommodation

    Annual accommodation cost

    Standard room
    DoubleCNY 4,000
    SingleCNY 8,000
    Large room
    DoubleCNY 7,000
    SingleCNY 14,000

    Scholarships

    Choose one

    Priority for early applicants

    One-off award: CNY 10,000 (Bachelor's) or CNY 20,000 (Master's and PhD)
    Nanjing Government Scholarship
    One-off award: CNY 10,000
    NUAA Freshman Scholarship
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    Review the key entry criteria before starting your formal application. Our system helps pre-evaluate your eligibility in under 2 minutes.

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    Entry requirements

    01

    Nationality & age

    Non-Chinese citizen · Valid passport · Good health · Under 24

    02

    Education

    High school completed before 9 March 2027 · Final-year students can apply with proof of enrolment or provisional results if they finish before 9 March · Pre-Engineering: maths and physics background

    03

    No CSCA needed

    You don't need a CSCA score to apply for the Foundation.

    04

    English

    Basic English to follow classes. A test certificate helps but isn't required.

    Documents list

    • Passport
    • High School Transcript
    • High School Certificate
    • Photo
    • English Proof
    • Physical exam form
    • Non-criminal record
    • Proof of bank balance
    • Parent's consent form
    How to apply

    Four steps to your offer

    01

    Choose your intake

    Pick the intake that fits you

    02

    Create your account

    Choose the programme you want to apply for.

    03

    Upload & pay

    Upload your documents and pay the CNY 400 mandatory, non-refundable application fee

    04

    Get your offer

    Admission letter and JW202 visa form by email

    Start your application

    On the next page, choose NUAA’s standard portal or guided application support from WiseAdmit.

    Frequently asked questions

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    March 2027

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    Get the program brochure

    Receive the Foundation + Bachelor's (Pre-Engineering / Pre-Business) brochure and an invitation to our weekly admissions webinar.

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